Author Archives: Paul

About Paul

Just an old retired guy trying to finish out my last years on this planet. I lost my best friend and wife in early 2020. I was blessed again by reconnecting with Dr. Mary Côté, a long-time friend. Mary and I got married July 28th, 2021, and are enjoying life together and plan to spend the rest of our lives being a blessing to our friends and family.

The First Of September Has Arrived!

Posted on Sunday, September 1, 2024 by Paul

You think that was funny, well, it was not.  I have fallen over several times and am considering going commando to avoid getting black and blue spots all over. We had our morning coffee and planned out the day! Last … Continue reading →

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The Letter And Notes Keep Arriving!

Posted on Saturday, August 31, 2024 by Paul

Here I was, innocently minding my own business, when the computer burped and said, “You have Mail!”  I had not heard that phrase in years (remember AOL?), so I jumped to the keyboard, pulled the levers, hit the accelerator, and … Continue reading →

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Halloween Has Arrived!

Posted on Friday, August 30, 2024 by Paul

Yes, we know it is not even September yet, but we are in the mood for the holiday season to begin.  Last night, Robin and Mary started the yearly calendar coordination activities as we have to plan for: Halloween pumpkin … Continue reading →

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Let’s Go, Chop Chop!

Posted on Thursday, August 29, 2024 by Paul

It’s 0-Dark Thirty, and we’re up and about, getting ready for our voyage to see the doctor in Long Beach. It’s so early; even the roosters are hitting the snooze button!  We departed Casa Valencia at 6:50 am and hit … Continue reading →

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Hump Day Has Arrived!

Posted on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 by Paul

The alarm went off, and we were up like shots. I got my exercise in, just trying to get into my sweatpants! That’s one way to start the day with some unexpected morning cardio! By 8:15 am, we were dressed … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Has Arrived And We Have A Blank Day!!

Posted on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 by Paul

We worked in the garden since it was Tuesday and the calendar was blank!  Oh my, blank? Mary worked hard trimming the backyard roses and feeding them with Rose Food. She even gave them a pep talk to encourage better … Continue reading →

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Oh No! We Are Facing Another Week!

Posted on Monday, August 26, 2024 by Paul

Scout, The Wonder Dog, needed to be out this morning around 4:00 am, so I slithered out of bed, crawled across the floor, reached for the door lock, and sent him out.  The little turd wanted a drink of water … Continue reading →

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Sunday And We Are Busy!

Posted on Sunday, August 25, 2024 by Paul

Today was carefully planned, and then it changed! We toured the garden, and I went through two bags of Miracle Grow, making sure all the newbies were well watered. The next project is to try to tame the wild jungle … Continue reading →

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I Hear Water, It Must Be Saturday!

Posted on Saturday, August 24, 2024 by Paul

Our watering systems water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday! This morning, one of the sprinklers managed to hit the side of a wheelbarrow, which was annoying! With the touch of the phone, it was turned off; I love home automation! … Continue reading →

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The End Of The Week Has Arrived!

Posted on Friday, August 23, 2024 by Paul

We expected a hot day, so just after the daybreak, we hit the yard, emphasizing repopulating the vertical towers, fine-tuning the drip watering system on the patio, and planting some of the flowers and veggies from Thursday! I got my … Continue reading →

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